Detectives from FCPD Crash Reconstruction Unit are investigating a fatal pedestrian hit-and-run crash in Woodlawn last week.
On Jan. 29 around 8:34 p.m., officers responded to the intersection of Richmond Highway and Buckman Road in Woodlawn for two pedestrians who were struck by a vehicle.
Preliminarily, detectives determined Erica Tibbs, 33, of Alexandria, and her 5-year-old child were crossing Richmond Highway from west to east while not in a crosswalk. The driver of a 2007 Chevrolet Suburban was traveling northbound on Richmond Highway and struck Tibbs and the child. The driver of the Chevrolet Suburban abandoned the vehicle a short distance away and fled before the police arrived.
Tibbs and the child were transported to the hospital in life-threatening condition. Tibbs was later pronounced deceased at the hospital, and the child remains in stable condition.
The investigation into the crash continues as detectives work to identify the driver of the Chevrolet Suburban.
Detectives would like to speak to anyone who may have information about this case. Those with information are asked to please call the FCPD Crash Reconstruction Unit at 703-280-0543. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Crime Solvers by phone – 703-246-4676